Heather is an associate specialising in advising financial institutions, alternative lenders and borrowers on a range of finance transactions, particularly those involving development finance, real estate finance and corporate lending.

Heather studied Law at Queen's University Belfast and graduated in 2022. She completed her studies at the Institute of Professional Legal Studies in 2024, attaining a distinction. During her time at the IPLS, Heather was presented with the Harry Coll Prize for attaining the highest standard in the Tribunals element of the Public Law and Tribunals Module.

Heather qualified as a solicitor in September 2024. She is qualified to practise in Northern Ireland and England and Wales.